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Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Altitude and Ear Pain

Not really dental related, but worth the read If you're one of those people who has a problem clearing your ears on an airplane or at high altitudes!
Here is a small list of things you can do to relieve those pesky symptoms:

Yawning - the most effective way to clear the ears.

Swallowing

Chewing Gum

Valsalva Maneuver (aka, Plug your nose and blow!)

Nasal Sprays (relief for allergy sufferers)

Decongestants

Since babies are not able to clear their ears on an airplane, there are different ways to help them get through the discomfort which is typically worse during assent and descent. Using the following techniques while climbing or during take-off and landing may help:

Breastfeeding

Bottlefeeding

Pacifiers

These are just a few suggestions that may be useful!
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Oh, and....Here's a little hump-day humor to brighten your day!